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Ironside

1967·Show
191Episodes in8Seasons·TV-PG
45
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia8
  • Wholesome6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

«The chief of detectives!»

When an assassin's bullet confines him to a wheelchair for life ending his career as Chief of Detectives, Robert T. Ironside becomes a consultant to the police department. Detective Sergeant Ed Brown and policewoman Eve Whitfield join with him to crack varied and fascinating cases. Ex-con Mark Sanger is employed by the chief as home help but eventually becomes a fully fledged member of the team also. Officer Whitfield leaves after 4 years service, and is replaced by Officer Fran Belding.
Classic Police ProceduralWheelchair Detective HeroEnsemble Team Dynamics1960s Social RealismIntellectual Puzzle SolvingFound Family BondsCharacter-Driven DramaNostalgic TV FormatMoral Clarity

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Ironside

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Where can I stream Ironside legally?

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Is Ironside worth watching?

45
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Ironside rated?

TV-PGViolenceStrong language

It's rated TV-PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How many seasons does Ironside have?

8 seasons

It has 8 seasons with 191 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did Ironside air?

It ran from 1967 to 1975 and has ended.

What language is Ironside in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Ironside?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Ironside in 57 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Ironside use?

Amnesia DangerGenius CrippleStatute of LimitationsHad to Come to Prison to Be a CrookPrefers Going BarefootMarket-Based TitleTyop on the CoverHigh-Voltage DeathSuspicious SpendingPromotion to Opening TitlesSuspiciously Similar SubstituteAffectionate Parodyand 23 more

TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for Ironside, including Amnesia Danger, Genius Cripple, Statute of Limitations.